Coconuts are very tasty fruits that are very hard to enjoy because of their hard out shell. For coconut smoothies, finding coconut meat can be difficult as not all stores will carry coconuts throughout the year and packaged coconut does not provide a good taste. Packaged coconut milk and juice can be found at many asian grocery stores and are perfect sizes for smoothies. When using whole coconuts, shake the coconut to see if there is juice. After cracking the coconut, pour the juice into a cup and scrape the meat using a spoon or other utensil. This meat and juice can be added to smoothies for great, natural taste.

Consider using coconut oil because it usually contains a high amount of lauric acid which has many health benefits.

How Coconut Smoothies are Healthy

Coconut smoothies, if made using natural coconut ingredients, contain useful nutrients, one being lauric acid which has antiviral, antimicrobial, and antifungal properties. Coconuts can also help lower bad cholesterol and increase metabolic rates which means they are great for dieting. By adding some coconut to your diet either through smoothies or other forms, you can enjoy some of these healthful benefits.

Ice Cream & Coconut Smoothie Recipe

This recipe combines the sweet taste of ice cream with the meaty, lightly sweet flavor of fresh coconut for a really different taste that everyone can enjoy.

Blend the coconut juice and ice with the banana until slushy. Add the ice cream and coconut meat and blend till lightly smooth and coconut is mixed in pieces. Enjoying the coconut in small pieces makes the coconut smoothie more enjoyable.

Pineapple Coconut Smoothie Recipe

Blend the pineapple juice, ice, and banana together until a slushy texture is formed. Add the pineapple and coconut milk and blend till lightly smooth and fruit is well mixed. If using fresh pineapples, add them before adding the coconut as it may take longer to blend the pineapple pieces.